Wondering which are the best places for game safaris in Uganda? Superfine Safaris have got you covered. We offers you guided game safari packages to the top game safari destinations in different corners of Uganda. Game safaris are best done in savannah Parks of Uganda where morning, evening and night game drives are arranged to offer travelers an opportunity for the best game safaris/Viewing experiences. Whether you are visiting Uganda for gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi or Mgahinga Gorilla Parks or visiting Kibale Forest National park for chimpanzee trekking. You ought to include a game safari in your Uganda safari packages. If you are looking for the best safari in Uganda, do not miss including a game safari in your itinerary
Where is the best parks for game safaris in Uganda?
Well, as said already, savannah parks are the best places for game viewing experiences. The top places to do game viewing in Uganda include:
Murchison falls national park
Located in North western Uganda, Murchison falls is the number one best place for game safaris in the Pearl of Africa. Spreading over 3893 square kilometers of Land, Murchison Falls Park is the biggest and oldest park in Uganda established in 1952. The park hosts over 76 mammals which are seen during morning and evening game drives.
Some of the notable animals to see in Murchison falls National Park include Uganda Kobs, Elephants. Lions, Leopards, Common Warthogs, Nubian Giraffe, Hartebeest, Bohor Reedbuck, Hippos, Rhinos at ZZiwa sanctuary, Chimpanzees in Budongo Forest, Antelopes, Oribis, Dik Dik, Defassa Waterbucks, Bushbucks and Nile crocodiles among others. The other interesting things to do in Murchison Falls national park include boat cruise, Hike to the top of the Falls, Chimpanzee trekking, Camping, Nature walk, Community Tours and Bird watching among others.
Queen Elizabeth National park
Queen Elizabeth national park located in western region of Uganda is another popular destination for game safaris in Uganda. The park spreads over 1978 square kilometers and its Uganda’s second largest Park after Murchison falls Park. Queen Elizabeth is famous for its abundant wildlife with over 95 mammals inhabited there. The animals seen in Queen Elizabeth Park include African Elephants, Uganda Kobs, African Buffalos, Hippos, Topis, Waterbucks, Baboons, Lions, Hyenas, Leopards, Tree climbing Lions, Giant Forest Hogs and Spotted Hyenas among others.
Game drives in the morning and evening hours when wild animals are actively hunting and grazing is the best time for game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National park. The other activities done in Queen Elizabeth ark include Launch cruise at Kazinga channel, Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura gorge, community tours, Nature walks and camping. Also, Queen Elizabeth National park is home to over 600 bird species which make it a best sport for Uganda birding safaris.
Kidepo Valley national park
Located in the far north eastern region of Uganda, kidepo Valley National park is a hidden gem! The park is the least visited destination in Uganda due to the remote location. The park covers a land area of 1442 square kilometers and was established in 1958. The fewer visits have kept the park natural offering a more charming and off beaten experience. Game safaris/game viewing is one of the most done activities in Kidepo Valley National park.
The park houses animals such as Cheetahs, Lions, Zebras, Giraffes, Elephants, Buffalos, Hyenas, Uganda Kobs, Waterbucks, Warthogs, Gazelles, Mountain reedbucks, Lesser and greater Kudus, Guenther’s Dik Dik, Caracal, Aardwolf and Patas monkeys among others. The other activities done in Kidepo Valley national park include cultural tours to the Kalimajong Manyattas, Bird watching. Mt Murongole hiking and nature walks among others. Middles and end od dry season is the best time for game safaris in Kidepo valley National park
Lake Mburo National park
Covering 260 square kilometers, Lake Mburo National park is the smallest savannah Park in Uganda. The park was established in 1983 purposely to promote conservation and tourism in western region. Game safaris are conducted in the morning and evening hours. The par is home to numerous animals such as Buchells’s Zebras, Uganda Kobs, Nubian Giraffes, Side striped Jackal. Sitatunga, Harnessed Bushbuck, common eland and bushpigs among others. Other things to do in Lake Mburo National park include boat rising on Lake Mburo, Bird watching, Nature walks, Horseback riding, community tours and camping among others.
Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve
Explore Pain Upe wildlife reserve found in the kalimajongo sub region in north eastern Uganda. Spreading over 2275 square kilometers of Land, Pian Upe is the second largest protected area in Uganda after Murchison Falls National Park. The reserve is home to numerous animals such as Leopards, Cheetahs, Spotted Hyenas, Greater Kudu, Buffalos, Elands, Hells Zebras, Oribis, DiK Dik and Roam Antelopes. Game viewing, Nature walks. Community tours, Bird watching, Mountaineering and caving are the top done tourist activities in Pian Upe Wildlife reserve
Other common asked questions
Which game park is most visited in Uganda?
Queen Elizabeth is the most visited game park in Uganda. The park has a high concentration of wild animals and is easily accessible compared to Murchison falls and Kidepo Valley Park. Also, Queen Elizabeth offers a variety of other interesting activities such as boat cruising at Kazinga channel, bird watching, chimps in Kyambura gorge, katwe salt lakes, community tours and Nature walks among others. A combination of these offers clients with a lifetime Uganda safari experience.
What is the smallest game reserve in Uganda?
Lake Mburo National park covering $260 square kilometers is the smallest game serve in Uganda. However despite its small size, the park is naturally endowed with lots of wild animals and birds plus the beautiful sceneries which await you. The activities to do in Lake Mburo include game viewing, boat riding, bird watching, community tours, and nature walks among others.
Which park is famous for gorillas in Uganda?
Bwindi impenetrable Forest National park located in south western Uganda is famous for gorillas in Uganda. The dense forest houses over 500 mountain gorillas which make up half of the world’s total gorilla population. The park is divided into t four sectors which are Buhoma in the north, Ruhija in the east, Rushaga and Nkuringo in the southern part of the park. Gorilla trekking is done in any of the four sectors and each region offers a unique gorilla trekking experience.
Which Game Park is famous for Lions in Uganda?
Queen Elizabeth National park is known for having the highest number of Lions in Uganda. The kasenyi plains are home to the Kings of jungle. The Lion tracking experience give you a close and extended time with the lions in the wilderness. In addition to the ground lions, Queen Elizabeth National park harbors the famous tree climbing Lions seen in Ishasha sector or the Park.
What are the big 5 to see on a safari?
Big 5 is a focus for most travelers on a gams safari to Uganda, Rwanda and across Africa. The big five comprise of Lions, Elephants, and Rhinos. Hippos and Leopards. These were names the big five due to the difficulty that was associated with hunting them. Some people have added mountain gorillas and chimpanzees to make the “Big Seven” you should not miss on your Uganda safari package.
What is the largest game sanctuary in Uganda?
Murchison falls National Park spreading over 3893 square kilometers is the largest park in Uganda. The Park comprise of Budongo forest and Kaniyo Pabidi game reserve. The Park is also home to the famous Murchison Falls, one of the iconic tourist attractions in the Pearl of Africa.
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Conclusively, Game safaris are a not miss on your Uganda safari. Check with Superfine Safaris Limited for the best places for game safaris in Uganda!
